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Bridges
1819 Gull Road
Kalamazoo, MI 49048
269-381-9800
(Fax) 269-381-2932
* Bridges counseling is also offered at our Berrien County office.

Bridges Mental Health Counseling

 

Are you (or someone you know) dealing with any of the following issues?

Depression, anxiety or panic attacks, addiction, gay, lesbian or gender identity issues, relationship conflicts, anger, fear, sexual abuse, grief or loss, child behavior problems or any other family or relationship issues?

You don't have to suffer alone. Help is available. Professional counseling can help you or a loved one develop the coping skills you need to be a healthier, more productive person and member of society. Our experienced staff includes Master's level therapists and psychiatric services are also available. We accept most insurances and offer flexible fees. Daytime and evening appointments are available.

Call 269-381-9800 for a confidential assessment and appointment.

 

Staff List

Psychiatrist:
Ravinder P. Mediratta, M.D.
Bridges Supervisor:
Susan M. A. Geyer, LMSW
Therapists:
Rodney Dean, MSW, LMSW
William J. Eyre, LMSW
Nancy Bourdas Gilbert, MA, LPC, LMSW
Pat Jorgenson, LMSW, ACSW
Ursula Marlies Mayr, MA, LPC
Emily Sherwood, MA, LLP
Steve Shimek, MSW, LMSW

Staff Credentials

Ravinder P. Mediratta

Credential List:
M.D, B.S. - Maulana Azad Medical University, Delhi University, India Certification - American Board of Psychiatry and neurology (including qualification in Geriatric and Adolescent Psychiatry)
Biography:
Dr, Ravinder is currently the Chief of Staff at Lakeview Community Hospital in Paw Paw. He is also a psychiatrist in private practice at the Mental Health Clinic in Portage. He married with two children.

Rodney Dean

Credential List:
Master of Social Work - University of Michigan
Licensed Master of Social Work - State of Michigan
Specialty Areas:
Children and Adolescents, Delinquency, Marriage & Family, Mental Health and Sexual Abuse - Victim, Perpetrator
Biography:
Rodney is a father of two grown daughters. He has worked in juvenile justice for the State of Michigan for 25 years. He has experience in delinquency related to substance and sexual abuse. He is a therapist for Catholic Family Services and The ARK shelter for youth.

Nancy Bourdas Gilbert

Credential List:
Master of Arts - Western Michigan University
Bachelor of Science - Western Michigan University
Licensed Master of Social Work - State of Michigan
Licensed Professional Counselor - State of Michigan
Specialty Areas:
Women's Issues, Childhood Abuse and Trauma, Life Changes, Interpersonal Relationships and Communication and Grief and Loss.
Biography:
Nancy has worked in the mental health field for over 25 years. She has been an administrator, a clinical supervisor and a therapist. She is currently a therapist and the clinical supervisor of the Bridges program. Nancy is the parent of a 19-year old daughter and the legal guardian of a 15 year old nephew. She raises horses and enjoys horseback rising, gardening and golf.

Pat Jorgenson

Credential List:
Master of Social Work - Smith College for Social Work, Northampton, Massachusetts
Bachelor of Science Degree - Western Michigan University
Licensed Master of Social Work - State of Michigan
Academy of Certified Social Work, National Asociation of Social Workers
 
Specialty Areas:
Child Guidance, Adolescent Transitions, Trauma Recovery, Health-Related Adjustments and Care Giver Support
 
Biography:
Pat began her career providing therapy to children and adults. She later worked in health care helping individuals and their families cope with significant changes brought into their lives by illness or accidents. The events of September 11th encouraged her to join the Red Cross as a Mental Health Volunteer and to pursue the study of treating trauma survivors.

 

Ursula Marlies Mayr

Credentials:
Licensed Professional Counselor - State of Michigan Certified Secondary School Counselor
Master of Arts, Counseling Psychology - Western Michigan University
Bachelor of Arts - University of Michigan
Specialty Areas:
Empowerment, Systems Analysis, Multi-Cultural Issues, Conflict Resolution, Stress Reduction, Children, Family, Parenting issues, Couples' Counseling, Adjustment Disorders, Anger Management, Self-Esteem Issues, Depression, Grief Counseling and Gluten Intolerance.
Biography:
Ursula is married and has three adult children. She was born in Germany, studied in the U.S. and France and participated in an educational exchange in Germany. She developed curriculum that addresses individual empowerment using foreign language as a springboard for growth and development. She is presently researching the effects of gluten intolerance on mental health and learning. She is a mental health worker for the American Red Cross (ARC) and serves on a local ARC Disaster Action Team. She has spoken at State, National and International Conferences on topics ranging from higher order thinking skills to using games to enhance learning and adaptation.

Emily Sherwood

Credentials:
Limited License Psychologist
Master of Arts, Counseling Psychology - Western Michigan University
Bachelor of Arts, English - Western Michigan University
Specialty Areas:
Women's Issues, Life Transitional Issues, Parenting Issues, Eating Disorders, Grief and Loss Issues
Biography:
Emily has been a practicing psychotherapist in the Kalamazoo/Portage area for 17 years.
 

Steve Shimek

Credentials:
Licensed Master of Social Work - States of Michigan and Illinois
Master of Social Work - University of Illinois at Chicago

Insurance

We participate with the following insurance companies:
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield of MI
Cigna/GM Careline-Conn Gen
Compcare
Health Plan of Michigan
Magellan-State of Michigan
MESSA
PPOM
 
ValueOptions
Priority Health

If you have questions please call 269-381-9800.